Sri Lanka's Head Coach: Sanath Jayasuriya (X.com/@CeylonX6)
The Sri Lankan cricket team has experienced a dynamic coaching history, highlighted by a combination of distinguished international and local figures who have significantly shaped the team's strategies and international competitiveness.
From Dav Whatmore's foundational tenure in the mid-1990s, which culminated in a World Cup victory, to the recent appointment of Sanath Jayasuriya, Sri Lanka's head coaches have brought diverse approaches to leadership and tactical planning.
This varied coaching roster of Sri Lanka has not only helped adapt the team to the evolving demands of international cricket but has also created the development of young talent, creating a legacy of cricketing brilliance that reflects both local insights and global best practices.
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Who is Sri Lanka Cricket Team Head Coach, Sanath Jayasuriya?
Born 30 June 1969, Sanath Jayasuriya is a legendary former Sri Lankan cricketer, now serving as the head coach. Regarded as one of the best all-rounder in the world, especially in the ODIs, he was a key member of the Sri Lankan team that won 1996 Cricket World Cup.
Notably, under his captaincy Sri Lanka became joint champions along with India in the 2002 Champions Trophy. However, his career had not always been under clear clouds. Sanath was banned from all cricket for two years by the International Cricket Council (ICC).
What is Sri Lanka Cricket Head Coach salary?
As the head coach of Sri Lanka, Sanath Jayasuriya, earns approximately 25,000 USD, according to Cricket Age. Jayasuriya, who was acting at interim capacity till July 2024, had been offered extension as permanent head coach of Sri Lanka national team until 2026 T20 World Cup.
List of Sri Lanka’s Head Coaches
| Name | Tenure | Nationality |
| Graham Ford | 2016-17 | South Africa |
| Chandika Hathurusingha | 2017-19 | Sri Lanka |
| Mickey Arthur | 2019-21 | South Africa |
| Chris Silverwood | 2022-2024 | England |
| Sanath Jayasuriya | 2024-Present | Sri Lanka |
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FAQs: Sri Lanka Cricket Team Head Coach
Q.1. Who is the new head coach of Sri Lanka?
Ans. Former Sri Lanka legend Sanath Jayasuriya was appointed the head coach of the national cricket team in 2024.
Q.2. Is Sanath Jayasuriya a coach of Sri Lanka?
Ans. Yes, Sanath Jayasuriya is the head coach of the Sri Lankan Cricket Team.
Q.3. What is the salary of the head coach of Sri Lanka?
Ans. As the head coach of Sri Lanka, Sanath Jayasuriya, earns approximately 25,000 USD, according to Cricket Age.
Q.4. Is the new head coach of India?
Ans. In July 2024, Gautam Gambhir joined as the new Head Coach of Team India.
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